This topical preparation is indicated in eczema, prurigo nodularis, psoriasis, neurodermatoses, seborrhoeic dermatitis, contact sensitivity reactions, systemic steroid therapy in generalized erythroderma, secondarily infected insect bites & anal & genital intertrigo; specially when scondary bacterial infection is present.
Aural steroid & antibiotic combined preparations
Betamethasone is an active topical corticosteroid, which produces a rapid response in the inflammatory dermatoses and cures psoriasis types of skin diseases. Neomycin Sulfate is a topical broad-spectrum bactericidal amino-glycoside effective against various kinds of gram-positive and gramnegative pathogens such as Proteus vulgaris, Staphylococcus aureus etc. This preparation has effective penetration and uniform distribution capacity, so it is very effective in hairy and intertriginous places. This preparation is very effective for the treatment of wet ulceration of the skin.
Apply sparingly to the affected area 2 to 3 times daily until an improvement occurs. In children, course should be limited to 5 days
There are no significant drug interactions reported with Betamethasone Valerate BP and Neomycin Sulphate BP Cream/Ointment.
Acne vulgaris, Perioral dermatitis, Perianal and genital pruritus, Primary cutaneous viral infections (e.g. herpes simplex, chickenpox), Hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation. Long-term continuous topical therapy should be avoided where possible, particularly in infants and children. Infants and children up to four years should not be treated with topical steroids for longer than 3 weeks without medical review.
Common side effects are burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrychosis, acneiform eruptions, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae and miliaria may be reported.
There are no adequate and well controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids and should not be used extensively for a prolonged period.
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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